800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844 numbers give your business a professional, nationwide presence. Free calling for your customers.
Choose from all major toll-free area codes. All prefixes work the same way.
A toll-free number is a telephone number that is free for the caller to dial. Instead of the caller paying for the call, the business that owns the toll-free number pays for all incoming calls. This makes it easy for customers, prospects, and partners to reach your business without worrying about long-distance charges.
Toll-free numbers are recognized by their special area code prefixes: 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, and 844. All six prefixes work identically from the caller's perspective — the call is free regardless of which prefix is used. The only difference is availability: 800 numbers are the most recognized but have the fewest available numbers, while newer prefixes like 855 and 844 have much greater availability.
Toll-free numbers work across the entire United States and Canada (the North American Numbering Plan). When someone dials your toll-free number from any US or Canadian phone, the call is routed to your phone system at no cost to them. For businesses using SIP trunking or hosted PBX, toll-free numbers are delivered as virtual DIDs that route calls directly to your VoIP system.
With IPComms, toll-free numbers cost just $2.00/month with inbound calls at $0.0185/minute. There are no setup fees, no contracts, and instant provisioning. You can also get vanity toll-free numbers that spell out a word or phrase related to your business.
The FCC has introduced toll-free prefixes over time as demand for toll-free numbers grew. Here's the history and current status of each prefix:
Introduced 1967. The original and most recognizable toll-free prefix. Very limited availability — most 800 numbers are already assigned. Best for vanity numbers if available.
Introduced 1996. The second toll-free prefix, now widely recognized. Good availability for new numbers. Popular choice for businesses that want a traditional toll-free feel.
Introduced 1998. Widely available and well-recognized. A solid choice for businesses that need multiple toll-free numbers or specific number patterns.
Introduced 2000. Great selection of available numbers. Commonly used by large enterprises and call centers needing blocks of sequential numbers.
Introduced 2010. Modern prefix with excellent availability. Ideal for startups and growing businesses. Same functionality and caller recognition as all other toll-free prefixes.
Introduced 2013. The newest toll-free prefix with the best number availability. Perfect for getting specific number patterns or vanity numbers that are taken in other prefixes.
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Browse toll-free numbers by prefix (800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844). Search for vanity numbers that spell out your business name or a memorable phrase.
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| Feature | Toll-Free | Local Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Caller pays | Free for caller | Standard rates apply |
| Geographic presence | Nationwide (no location) | Specific city/area code |
| Monthly cost | $2.00/mo | $1.50/mo |
| Inbound rate | $0.0185/min | $0.0049/min |
| Best for | National businesses, support lines | Local presence, regional businesses |
| Vanity available | Yes (from $5/mo) | Limited |
Many businesses use both — a toll-free number for national branding and local phone numbers for regional presence.
Yes, 877 is a toll-free prefix. Calls to 877 numbers are free for the caller, just like calls to 800, 888, 866, 855, and 844 numbers. The 877 prefix was introduced in 1998 and is widely recognized across the US and Canada.
Yes, 888 is a toll-free area code. It was the second toll-free prefix introduced (in 1996) after the original 800. Calls to 888 numbers are completely free for callers in the US and Canada. It's one of the most popular toll-free prefixes for businesses.
With IPComms, a standard toll-free number costs $2.00/month plus $0.0185/minute for inbound calls. Vanity toll-free numbers (that spell out a word) are $5.00/month. There are no setup fees, no contracts, and no minimum usage requirements. You can cancel anytime.
Yes, you can port any existing toll-free number to IPComms. The porting process typically takes 7-14 business days. There is no charge for porting, and your number continues working during the transition. Contact our support team to start a port request.
A vanity toll-free number is a toll-free number that spells out a word or phrase on the phone keypad, like 1-800-FLOWERS or 1-888-HELPNOW. Vanity numbers are easier for customers to remember and are great for marketing. Learn more about vanity toll-free numbers in our guide.
Your customers can call you for free, encouraging more inquiries and better customer service.
Toll-free numbers convey that you're an established, nationwide business - even if you're a small team.
One number works for customers across the entire US and Canada. No area code confusion.
Easy to remember, easy to use in advertising. Vanity numbers make it even better.
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